{"id":62863,"date":"2025-05-01T09:34:15","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T13:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/?p=62863"},"modified":"2025-08-07T16:57:01","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T20:57:01","slug":"grants-for-volunteers-supporting-those-who-serve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/grants-for-volunteers-supporting-those-who-serve\/","title":{"rendered":"Grants for Volunteers: Supporting Those Who Serve"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Volunteers are vital at the local, national, and international levels. When you volunteer, you are improving the lives of others and your own. Because of this, volunteers are integral to the success of our communities. If you are currently volunteering for a cause, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GrantWatch<\/a><\/strong> would like to thank you for your hard work and dedication towards making the world a better place. Did you know? Oftentimes, a volunteer&#8217;s contributions will snowball into further acts of kindness. For nonprofits, if you have been waiting for a sign to start offering more volunteering opportunities. Here it is!! Read on as we dive into the fascinating world of volunteering, along with a short list of sample grants designed to help nonprofits attract, train, and retain volunteers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits of Having Volunteers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteers are the backbone of many nonprofits. Without them, nonprofits would have minimal impact. To illustrate, the estimated <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/ever-wondered-about-the-value-of-volunteer-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">value of a volunteer<\/a><\/strong> hour was&nbsp;$33.49 in 2023, a 5.3% increase&nbsp;from 2022. In truth, this is far above the minimum wage. Why? Because most volunteers are providing skilled labor. Volunteers bring a variety of skillsets and backgrounds to empower a nonprofit&#8217;s reach. In truth, the impact volunteers can make on our global society is limitless. However, volunteering isn\u2019t just about giving time to a cause. Above all, volunteering helps an organization, but there are also benefits to volunteers, like learning new skills, networking, and improving mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Offer Virtual&nbsp;Volunteering<\/strong> <strong>Opportunities <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonprofits utilize technology to allow volunteers to work within their skill sets, track volunteer time, and offer remote courses to cultivate their talents. Nonprofits offering virtual volunteer solutions see increases in participation.&nbsp;To illustrate, virtual volunteer opportunities empower individuals all over the world to volunteer for your cause. For example, a volunteer can answer emails and help create impact reports remotely. Furthermore, did you know? Using online platforms to track volunteers&#8217; time helps nonprofits&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/thank-your-volunteers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>thank volunteers<\/strong><\/a> accordingly. To illustrate, acknowledgment of your volunteers will show you truly value them and will increase volunteers\u2019 fulfillment and validation. In turn, this increases their commitment to the cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Finding Volunteer Grants On GrantWatch<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Grants can fund costly website updates, volunteer recruiting events, or improve the volunteer experience. Below are grants to help you get started on your grant-seeking journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/163614\/in-kind-grants-of-promotional-products-to-usa-and-canada-nonprofits-registered-charities-religious-organizations-and-schools.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">In-Kind Grants of Promotional Products<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Promotional products to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, registered charities, faith-based organizations, and schools to acknowledge and thank donors, improve volunteer experience, attract volunteers, and more.&nbsp;If you are denied, you may reapply after 6 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/169669\/awards-to-northwest-territories-individuals-or-volunteer-groups-to-recognize-community-building-efforts.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Awards to Recognize Community-Building Efforts<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Awards of $1,000 to Northwest Territories individuals or groups of volunteers to recognize community-building efforts. Specifically, to honor volunteers and groups who have worked to improve the quality of life in local communities. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/220414\/grants-to-alabama-florida-georgia-and-virginia-credit-unions-for-operational-support.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants to Credit Unions for Operational Support<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia credit unions to bolster the credit unions&#8217; productivity by assisting with development for staff and volunteers, promoting innovation and technology, and increasing operational efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/179386\/grants-and-in-kind-support-to-louisiana-teachers-for-classroom-projects-and-programs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants and In-Kind Support for Classroom Projects<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants and in-kind support to Louisiana teachers for classroom projects and programs. For example, supplying volunteers for events and resources for programs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/165787\/grants-to-indiana-youth-serving-nonprofits-for-the-educational-training-of-board-staff-and-volunteers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Educational Training of Board, Staff, and Volunteers<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants up to $750 to Indiana nonprofits serving Indiana youth to support continuing education opportunities for active volunteers, staff members, or board members. Funding enables workers to take advantage of continuing education opportunities so they may better promote the healthy development of youth and children in Indiana.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/182657\/grants-to-texas-volunteer-fire-departments-to-provide-insurance-for-members.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grants to Texas Volunteer Fire Departments<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants to offset the cost of insurance policies. Eligible coverage includes any combination of firefighter insurance purchased from Texas insurance companies, including workers&#8217; compensation, accidental death and dismemberment, cancer-related illness, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/177009\/grants-to-wyoming-libraries-to-build-organizational-capacity.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Libraries to Build Organizational Capacity<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants to Wyoming libraries to enhance library capacity for training activities for library personnel and volunteers, the expansion of electronic and physical collections and patron resources, and general organizational development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant\/138270\/grants-to-ohio-professionals-working-with-youth-to-increase-organizational-capacity-and-train-volunteers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Professionals Working with Youth to Train Volunteers<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Grants up to $10,000 to Ohio teachers from eligible youth organizations to benefit youth and improve volunteer training to improve the applicant&#8217;s ability to provide hands-on learning experiences that impact local youth by 4-H educators.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is it Time for Your Nonprofit to Hire a Grant Writer?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Grant writing is a complex process that involves data reports, planning, and a sustainable outline of your project\u2019s projected impact. To hire a professional grant writer, visit&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwriterteam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GrantWriterTeam<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>to post a classified ad requesting a grant writer for your cause. Pick a grant writer with the skills needed to craft compelling proposals aligned with your cause. Consider&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwriterteam.com\/classified-advertisement.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>hiring a grant writer<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;today!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About GrantWatch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>With over&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant-search.php?search=advanced\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>9,000 grants<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;currently available,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GrantWatch.com<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;is the leading grant listing directory. Upgrade to a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/plans.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MemberPlus+ subscription<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. For more information, you can also visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/about.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GrantWatch FAQ<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;page. Click here to see the great value of all 20 of the top GrantWatch features.<\/em>&nbsp;<em>Watch the latest episode of GrantTalk, powered by GrantWatch, with host Libby Hikind. You don\u2019t want to miss this. Visit us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/grantwatch\/featured\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>YouTube<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;weekly. Get your copy of&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Queen-Grants-Teacher-Grant-Writer\/dp\/B0CTG8RXNT\/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=grantnepress-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;linkId=e414613f2f6ec10c6bbda2b41f7d202d&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO<\/a><\/strong>, by Libby Hikind.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Volunteers are vital at the local, national, and international levels. 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